Sarada - Kishannagar, Cuttack
Sarada is a village situated in the Kishannagar tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kishannagar and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Ratilo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarada is 399902. The village covers a total geographical area of 82 hectares and falls under the 754131 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Sarada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Salipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarada
As per Census 2011, Sarada village has a total population of 423 people, consisting of 219 males and 204 females. The village has 106 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 360 literate and 63 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 423 | 219 | 204 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 19 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 7 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 360 | 192 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 27 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Sarada
Sarada is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sarada
Public transport in the Sarada is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Cuttack to Sarada is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Sarada is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sarada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sarada
Where is Sarada located?
Sarada village is located in Kishannagar Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarada?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarada is Ratilo.
What is the pincode of Sarada?
The pincode of Sarada is 754131.
What is the population of Sarada?
Sarada has a total population of 423, including 219 males and 204 females.
How many households are there in Sarada?
There are 106 households in Sarada.
What is the literacy rate in Sarada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarada is 85.11%. Male literacy is 87.67% and female literacy is 82.35%.